Hi Tamera, I so resonate with this post. Seeking the peace, comfort, physicality of the garden can be so healing. I found peace in the garden following my miscarriages as well. Your garden is lovely and it is so special to see a glimpse of it.I love your 'week in the garden'. Sounds like bliss!xx, Heather

Thank you Jana! I have been putting real effort into improving my story telling through my photography... so your compliment is very much appreciated!

Seeing you so inspired with your drawing... inspired me to dig a little deeper and go back to what truly brings me joy. Who knew almost 16 years ago, when we met that first day of kindergarten... we would be sharing this transitioning phase of life too. I'd say we are both finding our way through pretty well! So blessed to being sharing life's journey with you!

Gardening, being outside, being creative but also just the plain old hard work, they are all therapeutic. Slowing down and taking time to do the things you love sounds like a very good idea.Beautiful photos, Tamera. And I bet your garden is as beautiful as you and your home! xxx

At the time I read those words, I did not realize the depth of connection I would feel upon reading your post this morning. After miscarriage, and subsequently, loss of motherhood, the garden was my refuge. It felt as though Mother Earth was the only woman who wept with me, as I worked the soil and planted seedlings. And it was she that celebrated with me as those seedlings matured into plants.

Lovely photography, and deeply meaningful poetry...thank you Tamera for reminding me of my true connection to the garden.

I feel you, dear lady, in every way! I, too, have found many hours of solace by spending time in my garden. When my two children were growing up, I spent every waking moment enjoying them and now that they have left home, I too, have felt that empty spot in my life. Thank you, dear friend for letting me know I'm not alone in this struggle and also for letting me see the beauty of what's lies ahead. You're an amazing woman with a beautfiul soul.

Each spring I plant some flowers, so full of hope... but I am not a gardener... I do not know how to tend my garden... I so appreciate my neighbors across the street whose beds I look out on... and I silently apologize to them for my lack of gardening know how as I admire their work... Thank God for the gardeners!

I only have room here in Brooklyn for container gardening on the front of my stoop but I tend to my pansies, Johnny-Jump-Ups and begonias with passion! I also try to visit the Brooklyn Botanic Garden frequently this time of year. Their rose garden is so gorgeous, I am in the best mood after a visit there. Thank you so much for joining Adrienne and me for "How I Wear My: Metallics." I deeply love the picture of you in that amazing gold top! Wow! Your look was one of my favorites! XO, Jill

Seriously? Me too... been planting, pulling and moving tender leaves all week... and today the rains came to nourish my earthly plantings. Have missed reading your blog, having anytime to just sit and check out your glamorous style. Even your garden is stunning. Come to Florida and we can venture to the best nursery in town, finding some peace and quiet among the riotous color of flower petals! I bet we would have a grand time, you in your hat and stylish duds, me in my converse, boyfriend jeans and new obsession... red lipstick! xo- B

Tamera, I love to read your writing as you eloquently express how you feel on this journey that we share with our blogs. I'm happy to hear that your garden is bringing you peace and a sense of what you need today. I don't have the answers yet either, but I was planning to go out in my garden today. Thanks for the inspiration.

Your words are such lovely poetry, Tamera. Thank you for sharing your vulnerability and tender heart. Your garden is beautiful and I am glad that you are planting hope and anticipating the magic again! :)

Tamera, my business has been insane since I moved it to Atlanta. I had to restaff the entire place and start over (again). It got to a point where I just said that people will have to wait--we are doing the best we can and that is all we can do. I stopped stressing and just plugged away. Things are getting done, and in their time. Some people complained, oh well. I am so glad you are in the garden. There is so much wisdom there. xo